Masters Degree Description
Develop industry-standard skills, unique voice, and make vital industry contacts on our MA Scriptwriting course. Collaborate with global peers and award-winning professionals. Build a distinctive portfolio and benefit from prestigious accreditations.
Why study MA Scriptwriting at BU?
- Develop Industry-Standard Skills: Advance your ideas from concept to final draft, honing your unique voice while learning to critique others' work and make industry contacts for pitching employment.
- Collaborative Environment: See your scripts come to life and contribute to peers’ projects by working closely with other students, mirroring industry practices.
- Diverse Writing Opportunities: This intense course allows you to work both in teams and individually, creating a portfolio with a distinctive authorial voice, writing in various formats and genres.
- Expert Teaching Staff: Learn from award-winning professionals with experience in Film, TV, and multiplatform projects, and benefit from regular industry guest speakers and alumni insights.
- Accredited Excellence: Join a globally recognised Department of Media Production, accredited by CILECT, IMIS, BAFTA, and RTS, ensuring high standards and industry relevance.
- Global Network and Perspective: Collaborate with peers from around the world, enriching your storytelling and creative process, and building international connections to enhance your professional network and career prospects.
Entry Requirements
The normal requirements for embarking upon a postgraduate taught degree are:
- A Bachelors Honours degree with 2:2 in any subject, or equivalent
If English is not your first language you’ll need IELTS (Academic) 6.5 with a minimum of 6.0 in writing, speaking, listening and reading.
Fees
For fees and funding options, please visit website to find out more
Student Destinations
The knowledge and skills you will gain from this Master's degree will enable you to pursue relevant roles in the film and television industries such as a Director, Script Supervisor, Script Editor, Scripted Development, Storyliner, Reader, Scriptwriter, Script Editor, and Creative Producer.
Module Details
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